Abbey Church, New Norcia, Western Australia - This Old Church on Waymarking.com

The church in the only monastic town in Australia dates from 1861,the original was constructed of bush stones, mud plaster and rough–hewn tree trunks and consisted of a simple cruciform plan of nave, transepts and sanctuary. The retro choir was added in 1870 behind the high altar and choir screen. Abbot Fulgentius Torres designed the stucco facade with its lofty pediment, and the bell tower with its clock and turret, which were added in 1907–08.
The Church contains the tomb of Rosendo Salvado , founder of the settlement and is open to those who take a guided tour of the town

Date the Church was built, dedicated or cornerstone laid: 01/01/1862 Age of Church building determined by?: Historical Society If denomination of Church is not part of the name, please provide it here: Benedictine If Church holds a weekly worship service and "all are welcome", please give the day of the week: Sunday Indicate the time that the primary worship service is held. List only one: 9:00 AM Street address of Church: Great Northern Hwy New Norcia, W.A Australia 6509 Primary website for Church or Historic Church Building: [Web Link] If Church is open to the public, please indicate hours: Not listed Secondary Website for Church or Historic Church Building: Not listed

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